FAQ

ADHESIVE TYPE There are many different variations of label adhesives relating mainly to climatic conditions, but the two main characteristics are "permanent" and "removable".


BARCODE There are many types of specialized barcodes, but the most common in North America is the UPC-a barcode. It is a 12 digit code consisting of a single digit series number, five digit manufacturer code, a five digit product code and a check sum number that is created by the barcode software to confirm the code was produced correctly.BUTT CUT (see also DIE CUT) Refers to a process whereby a knife blade is used on the printing press to cut the labels to size. Butt cut labels have no space between them and have square corners. They also cannot have a


FULL BLEED of ink other than a FLOOD COAT. Usually (but not always) butt cut labels are more economical than a comparitive die cut label. Butt cut labels are not commonly used with automatic labeling equipment.


DIE CUT (see also BUTT CUT) Refers to the use of a die to cut the shape of the label. Die cut labels have a small space between them (usually 1/8"), making them ideal for automatic label application equipment. We have hundreds of dies on hand, so its likely we will have the size and shape of die needed. If a client requires a specific label size and/or a special shape not already in our die inventory, we will make a new die as required. There is additional cost for new dies.


FLEXOGRAPHY This is the printing process used for most label printing. It uses a photopolymer printing plate that transfers the printed image directly onto the label stock. It prints onto a continuous roll of label stock (called a web) – finished labels are usually supplied in rolls.


FLOOD COAT Refers to a full covering of ink applied to change the background colour of a label. It completely covers the label.


FULL BLEED Refers to extra printed image extending beyond the die cut edge of the label – when the die finishes the edge of the label the image runs right off the label.


LABEL STOCK Refers to the type of label material. The main types are: paper or plastic (either matte or gloss finish) metalized foil, and flourescent.


LAMINATION a plastic film applied onto the printed label for protection and appearance.


PANTONE MATCHING SYSTEM An international standard means of selecting, communicating, and matching colours.


PRESSURE SENSITIVE Refers to the label with an adhesive pre-applied to it. There is normally a non-stick liner protecting the adhesive – the label is peeled from the liner and applied either by hand or machine and is sensitive to pressure. Commonly called a "peel and stick" label.


PROCESS PRINTING Printing using four colours (cyan, magenta, yellow and black) which in combination form nearly a full range of colours.


REGISTER The fitting of two or more print colours in exact alignment with each other.


SPOT COLOUR Printing two or more colours that normally don't overlap or combine. Used when label needs only a limited number of colours, eg. red and black.

 
 

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